Hardware Screw Sorting

The Challenge

Our client, a major automotive tier-1 supplier, was experiencing bottlenecks in their fastener assembly line. Their existing feeding system could only achieve 60% of the target feed rate, and occasional misoriented parts were causing downstream quality issues and line stoppages.

They needed a solution that could increase throughput by 40% while maintaining zero-defect quality standards required for automotive supply chain compliance.

Our Solution

HONGCHAO engineering team conducted a thorough analysis of the fastener geometry and production requirements. We designed a custom high-speed vibratory bowl feeder with advanced tooling optimized for the specific fastener dimensions.

Implementation

The project was completed in 12 weeks from initial design to full production. Our team worked closely with the client throughout the process to ensure seamless integration with their existing automation systems.

Results

The new feeding system exceeded all performance targets within the first month of operation. The client achieved their throughput goals while eliminating quality issues related to part orientation.